2005 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escape | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |